Chemistry BS, Cosmetic Science MS: combined degree

Program Overview

This Bachelor of Science in Cosmetic Science program provides a comprehensive foundation in chemistry, with a focus on organic, inorganic, physical, and analytical chemistry. Students also gain specialized knowledge in cosmetic science through coursework in skin care, hair care, and cosmetic formulations. The program includes graduate-level courses and electives, preparing students for careers in the cosmetic industry or further graduate studies.

Program Outline

Outline:

• Semester 1 and 2
• CHEM1201 General Chemistry I Lecture
• CHEM1203 General Chemistry I Laboratory
• CHEM1202 General Chemistry II Lecture
• CHEM1204 General Chemistry II Laboratory
• Semesters 3 and 4
• CHEM2261 Organic Chemistry I Lecture
• CHEM2263 Organic Chemistry I Laboratory
• CHEM2262 Organic Chemistry II Lecture
• CHEM2264 Organic Chemistry II Laboratory
• Semesters 5
• CHEM3241 Physical Chemistry I Lecture
• CHEM3243 Physical Chemistry I Laboratory
• CHEM3281 Biochemistry I Lecture
• CHEM3389 Biochemistry I Laboratory
• Semester 6
• CHEM3242 Physical Chemistry II Lecture
• CHEM3244 Physical Chemistry II Laboratory
• Semester 7
• CHEM2211 Inorganic Chemistry Lecture
• CHEM2221 Analytical Chemistry Lecture
• CHEM2223 Analytical Chemistry Laboratory
• Cosmetic Science Requirement
• Semester 8
• CHEM2314 Inorganic Chemistry Laboratory
• CHEM4215 Advanced Inorganic Chemistry (or)
• CHEM6773 Polymer Chemistry
• CHEM4233 Instrumental Analysis Lecture
• CHEM4234 Instrumental Analysis Laboratory
• CHEM4401 Chemistry Seminar
• Cosmetic Science Requirement
• Cosmetic Science Elective
• 9th Semester
• Cosmetic Science Requirement (6 credits)
• Cosmetic Science Elective (3 credits)
• Graduate Elective (3 credits)
• 10th semester
• Cosmetic Science Requirement (6 credits)
• COSC6548 Cosmetic Science Lab
• Graduate Elective (3 credits)
• Cognate Requirements
• Semesters 1 and 2
• MATH1201 Calculus I
• MATH2202 Calculus II
• Semesters 3 and 4
• PHYS2203 / PHYS2201 University Physics I Lecture / Laboratory
• PHYS2204 / PHYS2202 University Physics II Lecture / Laboratory
• Major Requirements
• Major Electives: Take 1-8 credits of CHEM or BIOL.
Please see an advisor for a list of courses
• Advance Mathematics Course: select one course, three credits, from the following:
• MATH2203 Calculus III
• MATH2337 Applied Statistics
• Free Electives: May be chosen from any courses offered at the University after consultation with an advisor.
• Graduate Courses for BS and MS degree
• Students should consult with their advisors for course selections and new course offerings.
• Required Courses: Twenty additional credits from the following
• COSC6547 Skin Care Raw Materials & Formulations
• COSC6543 Hair Care Raw Materials & Formulations
• COSC6548 Cosmetic Science Laboratory
• PHYS6753 Applied Colloid & Surface Science
• CHEM6526 Product Development
• CHEM6529 Microtoxicity and Biochemistry
• COSC6756 Dermal Pharmacology & Immunology
• Cosmetic Science Electives (6 credits)
• CHEM6546 Perfumery
• BIOL6728 Bioethics
• COSC6549 Color Cosmetics
• COSC6542 Claims Substantiation
• CHEM6781 Biochemistry
• CHEM6773 Polymer Chemistry